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Girl/Female
Irish
Fionn Mac Cool’s (read the legend) warrior band were known as the Fianna (read the legend). In early Ireland women had equal rights and while the warriors were usually men there is a strong tradition of Celtic women fighting alongside the men, dating as far back as Roman times.
FIANNA
Celtic warrior bands of legend
Fianna (/ˈfiːənə/ FEE-ə-nə, Irish: [ˈfʲiən̪ˠə]; singular Fian; Scottish Gaelic: Fèinne [ˈfeːɲə]) were small warrior-hunter bands in Gaelic Ireland during
Fianna
Irish political party
Fianna Fáil (/ˌfiː(ə)nə ˈfɔɪl, -ˈfɔːl/ ; Irish: [ˌfʲiən̪ˠə ˈfˠaːlʲ]; meaning "Soldiers of Destiny" or "Warriors of Fál"), officially Fianna Fáil – The
Fianna_Fáil
Irish nationalist youth organisation
Na Fianna Éireann (The Fianna of Ireland), known as the Fianna ("Soldiers of Ireland"), is an Irish nationalist youth organisation founded by Constance
Fianna_Éireann
Topics referred to by the same term
The Fianna are a band of heroes in Irish mythology. Fianna or Fiana can also refer to: Fianna Fáil, a political party in Ireland Fianna Éireann, the name
Fianna_(disambiguation)
Taoiseach (2020–2022, 2025–present)
Micheál Martin (Irish: [ˈmʲiːçaːl̪ˠ]; born 16 August 1960) is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician serving as Taoiseach since January 2025, having previously
Micheál_Martin
Sports club in County Dublin, Ireland
CLG Na Fianna (Irish: Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Na Fianna) is a Gaelic Athletic Association club based in Glasnevin, in the Northside of Dublin, Ireland
CLG_Na_Fianna
Election to the 35th Dáil
as Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael face fallout of Connolly election". Business Post. Corcoran, Aisling (18 October 2025). "Combined support for Fianna Fáil
Next_Irish_general_election
Political party in the Republic of Ireland
Independent Fianna Fáil (IFF), sometimes called the Independent Fianna Fáil Republican Party, was a splinter republican party in Ireland created by Neil
Independent_Fianna_Fáil
nominated candidates were Catherine Connolly (independent), Jim Gavin (Fianna Fáil), and Heather Humphreys (Fine Gael). All three were nominated by members
2025 Irish presidential election
2025_Irish_presidential_election
Grouping of Irish myths
The Fenian Cycle (/ˈfiːniən/), Fianna Cycle or Finn Cycle (Irish: an Fhiannaíocht) is a body of early Irish literature focusing on the exploits of the
Fenian_Cycle
American actress
Celeste Fianna (born Celeste Fianna Andrew-Drum on July 7, 1988) is an American actress, film & television producer, and professional real estate entrepreneur
Celeste_Fianna
Irish political party
more of a proponent of economic liberalism than its traditional rival, Fianna Fáil. Fine Gael describes itself as a "party of the progressive centre"
Fine_Gael
Irish mythical hero
as well as in later Scottish and Manx folklore. He is the leader of the Fianna bands of young roving hunter-warriors, as well as being a seer and poet
Fionn_mac_Cumhaill
Fianna Tribebook is a supplement published by White Wolf Publishing in 1994 for the horror role-playing game Werewolf: The Apocalypse. Fianna Tribebook
Fianna_Tribebook
Election to the 31st Dáil
amid a sharp economic downturn and the eurozone crisis, the election swept Fianna Fáil from power on one of the largest swings in Europe since 1945 and resulted
2011_Irish_general_election
Na Fianna are an Irish band, with members Ciarán Finn, Hugh Finn, Peter McMahon and James O'Connor. The current members are successors to the group which
Na_Fianna_(band)
Head of government of Ireland
Martin, TD, leader of Fianna Fáil, who took office on 23 January 2025, following the 2024 general election and an agreement between Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and
Taoiseach
coalition governments are common. The two historically largest parties, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, arose from a split in the original Sinn Féin. Fine Gael
List of political parties in the Republic of Ireland
List_of_political_parties_in_the_Republic_of_Ireland
Irish political party leadership
The leader of Fianna Fáil is the most senior politician within the Fianna Fáil political party in Ireland. Since 26 January 2011, the office has been
Leader_of_Fianna_Fáil
National anthem of Ireland
standardised and the opening words "Sinne Fianna Fáil" changed to "Sinne laochra Fáil" to avoid association with the Fianna Fáil political party. The 2018 Seanad
Amhrán_na_bhFiann
Topics referred to by the same term
Fianna Fáil leadership election may refer to: 1959 Fianna Fáil leadership election 1966 Fianna Fáil leadership election 1979 Fianna Fáil leadership election
Fianna Fáil leadership election
Fianna_Fáil_leadership_election
Irish political party history (1926–pres.)
The Irish political party Fianna Fáil was founded on 16 May 1926 at a public meeting at the La Scala Theatre on Prince's Street (now O'Connell Street)
History_of_Fianna_Fáil
Youth wing of the Irish political party, Fianna Fáil
Ógra Fianna Fáil(Irish: [ˈoːɡɾˠə ˌfʲiən̪ˠə ˈfˠaːlʲ]; meaning "Youth of Fianna Fáil") is the youth wing of Fianna Fáil. The organisation was founded in
Ógra_Fianna_Fáil
Annual hurling competition season
Fianna entered the championship as the defending champions. The final was played on 25 October 2025 at Parnell Park in Donnycarney, between Na Fianna
2025 Dublin Senior Hurling Championship
2025_Dublin_Senior_Hurling_Championship
Taoiseach (1979–1981, 1982, 1987–1992)
served as Taoiseach three times between 1979 and 1992, when he was leader of Fianna Fáil. Over a forty-year career, Haughey was the most complex and divisive
Charles_Haughey
focuses on the exploits of the mythical hero Finn and his warrior band the Fianna, including the lengthy Acallam na Senórach ("Tales of the Elders"). The
Irish_mythology
Election to the 34th Dáil
the country's strong overall financial health. The election resulted in Fianna Fáil remaining as the largest party, increasing its number of seats to 48
2024_Irish_general_election
Election to the 33rd Dáil
since 1918 to be held on a weekend. Following the election, Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil entered into a historic coalition government. The election was an unprecedented
2020_Irish_general_election
Election to the 30th Dáil
Gael gained 20 seats, Fianna Fáil remained the largest party. The election was considered a success for Fianna Fáil; however, Fianna Fáil's junior coalition
2007_Irish_general_election
Election to the 26th Dáil
government of Fianna Fáil and the Progressive Democrats. The general election of 1989 was precipitated by the defeat of the minority Fianna Fáil government
1989_Irish_general_election
Opposition Front Bench of Ireland, 2011–2020
Leader of the Opposition and Leader of Fianna Fáil from 12 April 2011 until 27 June 2020. During this period, Fianna Fáil formed the largest opposition party
Fianna_Fáil_Front_Bench
Irish political party
Fine Gael alone or with Fine Gael and other smaller parties, and once with Fianna Fáil. This gives Labour a cumulative total of twenty-five years served as
Labour_Party_(Ireland)
Election to the 21st Dáil
constituencies under the Electoral (Amendment) Act 1974. Jack Lynch led Fianna Fáil to a landslide election win, clearly defeating the outgoing Fine Gael–Labour
1977_Irish_general_election
Gaelic games club in County Meath, Ireland
Na Fianna CLG (Irish: Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Na Fianna) is a Gaelic Athletic Association club based in Enfield, County Meath, Ireland. The club plays
Na_Fianna_CLG_(Meath)
Election to the 7th Dáil
nGaedheal, which had been the governing party since 1922, was succeeded by Fianna Fáil, which became the largest party in the chamber and formed a government
1932_Irish_general_election
Election to the 23rd Dáil
Taoiseach, forming the 18th government of Ireland, a minority single-party Fianna Fáil government. The first general election of 1982 was caused by the sudden
February 1982 Irish general election
February_1982_Irish_general_election
Taoiseach from 1992 to 1994
November 1932 – 21 August 2014) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as Taoiseach and Leader of Fianna Fáil from 1992 to 1994. Between 1979 and
Albert_Reynolds
Continent
Alliance) 3.2 Reykjavík Ísland Ireland* 70,280 4,761,865 conservatives (Fianna Fáil) 67.7 Dublin Éire/Ireland Italy* 301,338 58,968,501 conservatives (Brothers
Europe
January 2025, between Na Fianna of Dublin and Sarsfields of Cork, in what was a first championship meeting between the teams. Na Fianna won the match by 2–23
2024–25 All-Ireland Senior Club Hurling Championship
2024–25_All-Ireland_Senior_Club_Hurling_Championship
1960s–1998 conflict in Northern Ireland
McGartland Sean O'Callaghan Freddie Scappaticci Associates Cumann na mBan Fianna Éireann South Armagh Republican Action Force Direct Action Against Drugs
The_Troubles
Nephew of Fionn mac Cumhaill
Rónáin was a nephew of Fionn mac Cumhaill, a warrior and a member of the fianna in the Fenian Cycle of Irish mythology. He is described as being able to
Caílte_mac_Rónáin
Demigod in Irish mythology
in the 2nd to 4th century. He is the son of Donn, son of Duibhne of the Fianna, and Cochrann, daughter of Cathaír Mór. Diarmuid becomes the foster son
Diarmuid_Ua_Duibhne
Irish politician (1939–2021)
(TD) for the Limerick East constituency from 1968 to 2002. A prominent Fianna Fáil member and government minister in the 1970s and 1980s, O'Malley was
Desmond_O'Malley
Taoiseach from 1997 to 2008
September 1951) is an Irish former Fianna Fáil politician who served as Taoiseach from 1997 to 2008, and as Leader of Fianna Fáil from 1994 to 2008. A Teachta
Bertie_Ahern
Annual hurling competition season
Colmcille Ballyboden St Enda's v Na Fianna St Vincent's v Na Fianna Kilmacud Crokes v Lucan Sarsfields Na Fianna v Kilmacud Crokes "Factfile: 2024 Go-Ahead
2024 Dublin Senior Hurling Championship
2024_Dublin_Senior_Hurling_Championship
Annual hurling competition season
1887. The draw for the group stage pairings took place in June 2026. Na Fianna entered the championship as the defending champions. The record champion
2026 Dublin Senior Hurling Championship
2026_Dublin_Senior_Hurling_Championship
Defunct minor party in Northern Ireland
Fianna Uladh (Irish pronunciation: [ˌfʲiən̪ˠə ˈʊlˠə, - ˈʊlˠuː]; "Soldiers of Ulster") was a minor Irish republican political party active in Northern Ireland
Fianna_Uladh
Annual hurling competition season
Brigid's Na Fianna v Kilmacud Crokes Ballyboden St Enda's v Cuala Ballyboden St Enda's v St Vincent's Lucan Sarsfields v Na Fianna Na Fianna v Ballyboden
2023 Dublin Senior Hurling Championship
2023_Dublin_Senior_Hurling_Championship
Election to the 28th Dáil
Electoral (Amendment) Act 1995. The two largest parties, Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil, increased both their vote totals and representation, while both the
1997_Irish_general_election
Elections to the Dáil Party Election FPv FPv% Result Fianna Fáil Dublin North-East 1951 1,629 3.5 Eliminated on count 6/10 Dublin North-East 1954 1,812
Electoral history of Charles Haughey
Electoral_history_of_Charles_Haughey
Irish mythological figure
leader of the Fianna, a band of mighty Milesian warriors. In a gesture of goodwill, Abarta then gave them a wild grey horse, which fourteen Fianna had to mount
Abarta
Election to the 19th Dáil
boundary changes under the Electoral (Amendment) Act 1969. The governing Fianna Fáil won its fourth successive election. The 19th Dáil met at Leinster House
1969_Irish_general_election
Election to the 25th Dáil
Taoiseach, forming the 20th government of Ireland, a minority single-party Fianna Fáil government. The 1987 general election was precipitated by the withdrawal
1987_Irish_general_election
Irish politician (1922–1993)
Seán Flanagan (26 January 1922 – 5 February 1993) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician and Gaelic footballer who served as Minister for Health from 1966
Seán_Flanagan
Election to the 20th Dáil
seats in Dáil Éireann, the house of representatives of the Oireachtas. Fianna Fáil, led by Taoiseach Jack Lynch, had won the previous three elections
1973_Irish_general_election
Irish politician (1934–2026)
Rory O'Hanlon (7 February 1934 – 31 March 2026) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as Ceann Comhairle of Dáil Éireann from 2002 to 2007, Leas-Cheann
Rory_O'Hanlon
Election to the 5th Dáil
of the 4th Dáil on 23 May 1927. It was the first election contested by Fianna Fáil, which had been formed a year earlier by Éamon de Valera, former leader
June 1927 Irish general election
June_1927_Irish_general_election
Election to the 27th Dáil
coalition government of Fianna Fáil and the Labour Party. The general election of 1992 was precipitated by the collapse of the Fianna Fáil–Progressive Democrats
1992_Irish_general_election
Irish politician (born 1990)
Jack Chambers (born 1990) is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician and Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation
Jack_Chambers_(politician)
Otherworld realm in Irish mythology
and create a fleet of ships for transporting the Fianna across the sea. Finn and the remaining Fianna travel for three days until they spot an island with
Tír_na_nÓg
Irish public relations specialist (born 1956)
wife of former Taoiseach Enda Kenny. She is a former press officer for the Fianna Fáil Party. In March 1987, Kenny became the first woman to head the Irish
Fionnuala_Kenny
Standing stone on the Hill of Tara, Ireland
example. The fianna [warrior-band] of the Fenian Cycle, though usually simply "the Fianna", was sometimes poetically called Fianna Fáil "Fianna of Ireland"
Lia_Fáil
Election to the 22nd Dáil
Fianna Fáil at the end of 1979, Garret FitzGerald was the new leader of Fine Gael and Frank Cluskey was leading the Labour Party. Haughey and Fianna Fáil
1981_Irish_general_election
Irish revolutionary and suffragist (1868–1927)
in favour of Irish independence and social reform. A founding member of Fianna Éireann, Cumann na mBan and the Irish Citizen Army, she took part in the
Constance_Markievicz
Irish statesman (1882–1975)
until 1926, when he, along with many supporters, left the party to set up Fianna Fáil, a new political party – of which he became the founding leader – which
Éamon_de_Valera
Election to the 29th Dáil
under the Electoral (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 1998. The outgoing minority Fianna Fáil–Progressive Democrat administration was returned with a majority of
2002_Irish_general_election
Unofficial position in Dáil Éireann
less often. Historically the two largest parties have nearly always been Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, and so the position of leader of the opposition has
Leader of the Opposition (Ireland)
Leader_of_the_Opposition_(Ireland)
Irish politician (1933–2025)
separated from his brother Thomas Joseph O’Brien for 40 years. O'Brien joined Fianna Fáil at the age of 18. He was elected to Clonmel borough council, being
Michael O'Brien (Fianna Fáil politician)
Michael_O'Brien_(Fianna_Fáil_politician)
Taoiseach from 2008 to 2011
1960) is an Irish former politician who served as Taoiseach and Leader of Fianna Fáil from 2008 to 2011. Cowen served as a TD for the constituency of Laois–Offaly
Brian_Cowen
Irish officer and flag painter
Row. While a pupil at the school he was one of the founding boys of Na Fianna Éireann, which he, along with his brothers, joined at that first meeting
Theobald Wolfe Tone FitzGerald
Theobald_Wolfe_Tone_FitzGerald
Irish politician (1933–2015)
John O'Leary (3 May 1933 – 5 October 2015) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as Minister of State at the Department of the Environment from
John O'Leary (Kerry politician)
John_O'Leary_(Kerry_politician)
who presides over the Supreme Court. Ireland has a multi-party system. Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, historically opposed and competing entities, which both
Politics of the Republic of Ireland
Politics_of_the_Republic_of_Ireland
President of Ireland from 1945 to 1959
June 1882 – 23 November 1966), originally John T. O'Kelly, was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as the president of Ireland from June 1945 to
Seán_T._O'Kelly
Irish republican badge
from Fianna Fáil to Sinn Féin – wore lilies, which were sold by members of those political parties as well as the Irish Republican Army (IRA), Fianna Éireann
Easter_Lily_(badge)
Political party in the Republic of Ireland
Unity") was an Irish political party founded by Kevin Boland, a former Fianna Fáil government minister and advocate of Irish republicanism. The party
Aontacht_Éireann
Irish politician
Daryl Barron is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician, who has served as Lord Mayor of Dublin since 2026. He has been a Dublin City Councillor for the Donaghmede
Daryl_Barron
Irish political party
2011 as junior partner in a coalition with Fianna Fáil, and from 2020 to 2024 in a coalition with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael. Following the first period
Green_Party_(Ireland)
Gaelic football tournament
Raheny v Na Fianna Castleknock v Lucan Sarsfields Round 2 Na Fianna v Castleknock Lucan Sarsfields v Raheny Round 3 Raheny v Castleknock Na Fianna v Lucan
2024 Dublin Senior Football Championship
2024_Dublin_Senior_Football_Championship
Government of Ireland since 2025
the 34th Dáil held on 29 November 2024. It is a coalition government of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael with the participation of independent TDs at the rank
Government_of_the_34th_Dáil
Topics referred to by the same term
English drummer and artist M. J. Nolan (Matthew J. Nolan, born 1951), Irish Fianna Fáil politician Matthew Nolan (musician, born 1973), co-founder of 3epkano
Matthew_Nolan
Irish politician (1937–2006)
a Teachta Dála (TD) and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) for the Fianna Fáil party. Andrews was born in Dublin. He was educated at Synge Street
Niall_Andrews
Irish businesswoman and politician (1944–2026)
(née Casey; 7 October 1944 – 4 January 2026) was an Irish businesswoman and Fianna Fáil politician. She was a member of Seanad Éireann on the Industrial and
Mary White (Fianna Fáil politician)
Mary_White_(Fianna_Fáil_politician)
Association football club in Scotland
Poblachta Cumann na Poblachta Cumann Poblachta na hÉireann Fianna Uladh Independent Fianna Fáil Irish Anti-Partition League Irish Independence Party Irish
Celtic_F.C.
Political party in Northern Ireland
not happen while she was leader – "Merger with Fianna Fáil? Not on my watch." After his election as Fianna Fáil Leader in January 2011, Micheál Martin repeatedly
Social Democratic and Labour Party
Social_Democratic_and_Labour_Party
Irish politician (born 1973)
Dara Calleary (born 10 May 1973) is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who has served as Minister for Social Protection and Minister for Rural and Community
Dara_Calleary
Irish politician (1935–2026)
David Andrews (15 March 1935 – 30 June 2026) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as Minister for Foreign Affairs from 1992 to 1993 and 1997
David_Andrews_(politician)
Irish political party
party seeks to provide "a comfortable alternative" to voters unhappy with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael but unwilling to vote for Sinn Féin. Collins is the leader
Independent_Ireland
Irish politician (1937–2024)
Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as Leader of the Seanad and Leader of Fianna Fáil in the Seanad from 2002 to 2007, Deputy leader of Fianna Fáil
Mary_O'Rourke
Cumhaill - legendary hunter-warrior and leader of the Fianna Caílte mac Rónáin - warrior of the Fianna who could run at remarkable speed and communicate with
List of Irish mythological figures
List_of_Irish_mythological_figures
Irish former politician (born 1954)
(Irish: [ˈʃiːlʲə dʲɛ ˈwalʲəɾʲə]; born 17 December 1954) is an Irish former Fianna Fáil politician who served as a Minister of State from 2002 to 2006 and
Síle_de_Valera
Irish politician (1890–1970)
an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as a Teachta Dála (TD) from 1937 to 1943 and 1961 to 1965. Meaney was first elected as a Fianna Fáil TD for
Con_Meaney
Election to the 17th Dáil
minority Fianna Fáil government. At the general election of 1961, the three main parties were led by new leaders: Seán Lemass had taken charge of Fianna Fáil
1961_Irish_general_election
By-election to the 24th Dáil
May 1983, to fill a vacancy in the 24th Dáil. It followed the death of Fianna Fáil Teachta Dála (TD) Clement Coughlan on 1 February 1983. On 19 April
1983 Donegal South-West by-election
1983_Donegal_South-West_by-election
Election to the 13th Dáil
number of seats by 9 since the previous election. The election resulted in Fianna Fáil leaving government for the first time in 16 years and the formation
1948_Irish_general_election
Election to the 8th Dáil
Comhairle, Fianna Fáil won exactly half the seats and formed the 7th Executive Council of the Irish Free State with support from the Labour Party. Fianna Fáil
1933_Irish_general_election
Irish politician (1931–2018)
Seán Calleary (27 October 1931 – 4 June 2018) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who served as a Minister of State from 1979 to 1981, from October to
Seán_Calleary
Mythical battle in Irish legend
fianna and the deaths of most of its warriors in a battle against the forces of High King Cairbre Lifechair. It is notable for depicting the fianna,
Cath_Gabhra
Irish former politician (born 1950)
pronunciation: [ˈeːmˠən̪ˠ oː ˈkiːvʲ]; born 23 June 1950) is an Irish former Fianna Fáil politician who served as a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Galway West constituency
Éamon_Ó_Cuív
Irish politician (1935–2013)
Michael Joseph Noonan (4 August 1935 – 17 September 2013) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician. He served as Minister for Defence from 1987 until 1989.
Michael J. Noonan (Fianna Fáil politician)
Michael_J._Noonan_(Fianna_Fáil_politician)
Political movement seeking independence in Ireland
fallout of this caused many Fianna Fáil members to resign, amongst them Fianna Fáil minister Kevin Boland. Boland left Fianna Fáil and setup Aontacht Éireann
Irish_republicanism
FIANNA
FIANNA
Boy/Male
Irish
“â€without enemy.â€â€ The name of early kings, legendary heroes and saints, Diarmuid was the lover of Grainne and the most beloved of that warrior band, the Fianna (read the legend). Grainne, as the daughter of Cormac Mac Airt, the High King of Tara, was betrothed to a much older man, the legendary Fionn Mac Cool (read the legend). When Grainne saw Fionn at the wedding banquet she realised he “â€was not for herâ€â€ and put a a “â€geis,â€â€ a spell, on his nephew, Diarmuid, to run away with her. For sixteen years the lovers were forced to roam the countryside, all the time knowing that they were being constantly pursued by the furious Fionn. Each night they made a fresh bed in a sheltered spot and legend has it that these beds can still be seen today in many remote places. (Read the legend of Diarmuid and Grainne).
Girl/Female
Celtic
Legendsry tale.
Girl/Female
Irish
Fionn Mac Cool’s (read the legend) warrior band were known as the Fianna (read the legend). In early Ireland women had equal rights and while the warriors were usually men there is a strong tradition of Celtic women fighting alongside the men, dating as far back as Roman times.
Boy/Male
Irish
Ruddy.
Girl/Female
Australian, Celtic
Legendary Tale
Boy/Male
Irish
Means “â€fair-headed.â€â€ Fionn Mac Cool (read the legend), a central character in Irish folklore and mythology lead the warrior band, the Fianna (read the legend). Fionn was not only incredibly strong but he was also extremely brave, handsome, generous and wise, a wisdom he aquired by touching the “â€Salmon of Knowledgeâ€â€ (read the legend) and then sucking his thumb. The name is popular in Ireland with both spellings Fionn and Finn.
Female
Irish
Irish Gaelic unisex name, possibly derived from the word albho, AILBHE means "white."Â In Irish legend, this is the name of a female warrior of the Fianna.
Boy/Male
Irish
“â€without enemy.â€â€ The name of early kings, legendary heroes and saints, Diarmuid was the lover of Grainne and the most beloved of that warrior band, the Fianna (read the legend). Grainne, as the daughter of Cormac Mac Airt, the High King of Tara, was betrothed to a much older man, the legendary Fionn Mac Cool (read the legend). When Grainne saw Fionn at the wedding banquet she realised he “â€was not for herâ€â€ and put a a “â€geis,â€â€ a spell, on his nephew, Diarmuid, to run away with her. For sixteen years the lovers were forced to roam the countryside, all the time knowing that they were being constantly pursued by the furious Fionn. Each night they made a fresh bed in a sheltered spot and legend has it that these beds can still be seen today in many remote places. (Read the legend of Diarmuid and Grainne).
Male
Irish
Irish Gaelic name derived from the word caol, CÃEL means "slender."Â In mythology, this is the name of a warrior of the Fianna.
FIANNA
FIANNA
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from any of various places so called. Most, as for example those in Dorset, Norfolk, Rutland, and Suffolk, were named from Old English lang ‘long’ + hÄm ‘homestead’, ‘enclosure’; but one in Essex is recorded in Domesday Book as Laingaham, from Old English LÄhhingahÄm ‘homestead of the people of Lahha’, and one in Lincolnshire originally had as its second element Old Norse holmr ‘island’.
Boy/Male
English
Royal; kingly.
Female
Irish
Feminine form of Irish Comyn, COMYNA means "shrewd."
Female
African
first born.
Boy/Male
Tamil
Ashutosh | ஆஷà¯à®¤à¯‹à®·Â
Lord Shiva, Who is easily pleased
Girl/Female
Arabic, Muslim
Intelligent; Precious Stone
Boy/Male
Indian, Tamil, Turkish
Master; Lord; Chief; Brother
Boy/Male
Indian, Sikh
God Victory
Boy/Male
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu
Aim
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Marathi
King's Sage; King of Kings
FIANNA
FIANNA
FIANNA
FIANNA
FIANNA